Sarah Watkins
@minilebowski.bsky.social
Associate Lecturer, ex primary teacher, ex Head, Chartered College Fellow, outdoor learning (Dandy Lions), author.
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We celebrated with a trip to a place we'd always wanted to visit...New Zealand
November 18, 2025 at 5:56 AM
We celebrated with a trip to a place we'd always wanted to visit...New Zealand
My husband started dating 30 years ago this year (when I had a huge perm!) It took us 20 years to decide to get married! Our two boys were not sure about the low key wedding as they said they didn't want things to change at all...
November 18, 2025 at 5:52 AM
My husband started dating 30 years ago this year (when I had a huge perm!) It took us 20 years to decide to get married! Our two boys were not sure about the low key wedding as they said they didn't want things to change at all...
This is just fantastic. A brilliantly illustrated, full colour version of Michael Rosen's well known poem. You know how it goes, the family sits down to eat, Michael, his brother and his mum blow on their food but dad just pops the hot potato in his mouth... 😬😜 @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
November 16, 2025 at 10:36 AM
This is just fantastic. A brilliantly illustrated, full colour version of Michael Rosen's well known poem. You know how it goes, the family sits down to eat, Michael, his brother and his mum blow on their food but dad just pops the hot potato in his mouth... 😬😜 @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
This beautifully illustrated picture book addresses a common children's fear, transforming a scary, unknown world into a world of friendly shadows and sparkling lights. The message is that children are strong and capable. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
November 16, 2025 at 10:24 AM
This beautifully illustrated picture book addresses a common children's fear, transforming a scary, unknown world into a world of friendly shadows and sparkling lights. The message is that children are strong and capable. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
If you're looking for a little pocket of joy, look no further. Colour Me Happy is like a warm hug... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
November 16, 2025 at 10:18 AM
If you're looking for a little pocket of joy, look no further. Colour Me Happy is like a warm hug... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
This book has all the magic I've come to expect from Ross Montgomery. It's imaginative but also deeply human. His stories are just unforgettable. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #edusky #MGlit
November 16, 2025 at 10:12 AM
This book has all the magic I've come to expect from Ross Montgomery. It's imaginative but also deeply human. His stories are just unforgettable. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #edusky #MGlit
I'm haunted by this book in the best way! This novel will hook in KS2 readers from the start and the illustrations are so captivating. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #MGlit #edusky
November 16, 2025 at 10:04 AM
I'm haunted by this book in the best way! This novel will hook in KS2 readers from the start and the illustrations are so captivating. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #MGlit #edusky
This is a wonderful twisty, atmospheric time slip adventure from a Carnegie medal winning writer. Really draws you in... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
October 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
This is a wonderful twisty, atmospheric time slip adventure from a Carnegie medal winning writer. Really draws you in... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
This is the kind of book I'd love to read aloud in class. It's beautifully written and really evokes the atmosphere of the original Frankenstein novel. Gorgeous illustrations too... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
October 10, 2025 at 6:29 PM
This is the kind of book I'd love to read aloud in class. It's beautifully written and really evokes the atmosphere of the original Frankenstein novel. Gorgeous illustrations too... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
This is a proper scary MG book! Check out the page printing! 💀 I can think of so many children who will love this... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
October 10, 2025 at 6:19 PM
This is a proper scary MG book! Check out the page printing! 💀 I can think of so many children who will love this... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
Devoured this book! What a delight! Digby and his sister discover the magic of Beastopia, on a mission to get Digby's beloved mouse Cheddar back. #mgreads #kidlit #EduSky @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
October 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Devoured this book! What a delight! Digby and his sister discover the magic of Beastopia, on a mission to get Digby's beloved mouse Cheddar back. #mgreads #kidlit #EduSky @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
Otie loves to run and is delighted when his dad gives him a pair of Jordans. But one night the trainers disappear and so does his dad. Jason Reynolds is a New York Times bestselling author and Carnegie medal winner... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
October 10, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Otie loves to run and is delighted when his dad gives him a pair of Jordans. But one night the trainers disappear and so does his dad. Jason Reynolds is a New York Times bestselling author and Carnegie medal winner... @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
I actually cried when I heard the news that Jane Goodall had died. She has had such an incredible impact throughout her life. A completely inspirational woman... ❤️
October 1, 2025 at 7:07 PM
I actually cried when I heard the news that Jane Goodall had died. She has had such an incredible impact throughout her life. A completely inspirational woman... ❤️
You know when a picture book prompts a powerful physical feeling? I can't wait to use this with KS2. One of my favourite lines is: "much of the space creatures' way of life does not seem to have any practical purpose. they do things...simply for the joy of it." @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
October 1, 2025 at 4:18 PM
You know when a picture book prompts a powerful physical feeling? I can't wait to use this with KS2. One of my favourite lines is: "much of the space creatures' way of life does not seem to have any practical purpose. they do things...simply for the joy of it." @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #EduSky
I'm trying to do one outdoor swim per month and realised yesterday I hadn't done one in September! Had the place to myself. It was FREEZING in the water!
October 1, 2025 at 7:17 AM
I'm trying to do one outdoor swim per month and realised yesterday I hadn't done one in September! Had the place to myself. It was FREEZING in the water!
Sharique Zea was born in Ranchi, India and now lives in London. Having experienced bullying, he wanted to show his sons that we are all more resilient and capable than we know. Fionn Hurley, the main character in this book, discovers he is a Lionborn with magic gifts who must battle an evil sorcerer
September 25, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Sharique Zea was born in Ranchi, India and now lives in London. Having experienced bullying, he wanted to show his sons that we are all more resilient and capable than we know. Fionn Hurley, the main character in this book, discovers he is a Lionborn with magic gifts who must battle an evil sorcerer
What a great day at Abergavenny food festival! 😋
September 21, 2025 at 9:34 PM
What a great day at Abergavenny food festival! 😋
Very pleased with this skirt from the charity shop, definitely says primary teacher! 🤣 Looking forward to wearing it to my seminars with trainee teachers
September 19, 2025 at 7:41 AM
Very pleased with this skirt from the charity shop, definitely says primary teacher! 🤣 Looking forward to wearing it to my seminars with trainee teachers
I use the Storygraph app and that makes sure I read every day
September 14, 2025 at 6:57 AM
I use the Storygraph app and that makes sure I read every day
Three Bean Salad live was excellent. If you don't already, check out their podcast ...
September 13, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Three Bean Salad live was excellent. If you don't already, check out their podcast ...
Can't wait for #threebeansalad! @benpartridge.bsky.social
September 12, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Can't wait for #threebeansalad! @benpartridge.bsky.social
I find growing veggies too stressful! 🤣 I have a garden full of roses and they bring me a lot of joy...
September 11, 2025 at 7:01 AM
I find growing veggies too stressful! 🤣 I have a garden full of roses and they bring me a lot of joy...
Josh widdicombe was so funny! Plus he gave me a goodie bag! 🤣
September 10, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Josh widdicombe was so funny! Plus he gave me a goodie bag! 🤣
It's Philip Ardagh, what more do I need to say?! This book takes everything that children love about Old MacDonald and turns it into a fantastically engaging story. As you might expect, it's packed with humour and chaos! This book is a joy to read aloud. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social
September 9, 2025 at 5:44 AM
It's Philip Ardagh, what more do I need to say?! This book takes everything that children love about Old MacDonald and turns it into a fantastically engaging story. As you might expect, it's packed with humour and chaos! This book is a joy to read aloud. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social